Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
553050

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.W.Li ex S.K.Chen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 18: 405 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552382



Common Names

  • Aspidopterys microcarpa
  • Small-fruited Aspidopterys
  • Small-fruited Leafybract


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Description

Aspidopterys microcarpa (also called Small-fruited Aspidopterys, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach a height of up to 10 m. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Thailand, and is found in tropical forests, especially in areas with limestone soils. It has oblong-elliptic leaves with a glossy surface and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidopterys microcarpa has non-medical uses such as providing shade, as an ornamental plant, and for erosion control. It also has medicinal benefits such as being used to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidopterys microcarpa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Aspidopterys microcarpa is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings of Aspidopterys microcarpa are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidopterys microcarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal care.

Where to Find Aspidopterys microcarpa

Aspidopterys microcarpa is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Aspidopterys microcarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidopterys microcarpa?

Aspidopterys microcarpa

What is the common name of Aspidopterys microcarpa?

Microcarpa Aspidopterys

What is the family of Aspidopterys microcarpa?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2656277: Based on the initial data import
Li Xi-wen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Li' in the authors string.
Shu Kun Chen (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Chen' in the authors string.